The Superpower of Starting Something Good — From the UK to the Kingdom

In this conversation, Brad and Patrick McDonald discuss the founding and mission of OpenWell, an organization dedicated to supporting mission entrepreneurs. Patrick shares his journey from founding Viva, an organization that helps children in Latin America, to creating OpenWell, which focuses on empowering others to succeed in their mission work. They explore the importance of strategic partnerships, innovative funding models, and the potential for revival in Europe through collaborative efforts. Patrick emphasizes the need for a shift in how philanthropy is approached, advocating for a model that aligns resources with specific mission imperatives. Recommended Book: The Cloud, The Night, The Fire and the Song: With the Mystics in the School of Prayer by Charlie Cleverly Link:

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The Superpower of Starting Something Good — From the UK to the Kingdom is an episode from The Taking Donors Seriously® Podcast by The Focus Group - Brad Layland.

This episode is 43:25 long.

This episode was published on Dec 3, 2025.

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